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Summer Building Challenges: Engineering Skyscrapers

Entering Grades 1 - 6
2022-06-28 14:00:00 2022-06-28 15:00:00 America/New_York Summer Building Challenges: Engineering Skyscrapers Do you like to build, engineer and design? Take a different creative, cooperative challenge each week. Parma-Powers Branch - Homework Center (49), Story/Craft Room (49)

Tuesday, June 28
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-06-28 14:00:00 2022-06-28 15:00:00 America/New_York Summer Building Challenges: Engineering Skyscrapers Do you like to build, engineer and design? Take a different creative, cooperative challenge each week. Parma-Powers Branch - Homework Center (49), Story/Craft Room (49)

Parma-Powers Branch

Homework Center (49), Story/Craft Room (49)

Do you like to build, engineer and design? Take a different creative, cooperative challenge each week.

Tuesdays in June, Wednesdays in July and Thursdays in August during the Summer Reading Game.

June 7 / LEGO Worlds: Amusement Park
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6274534

June 14 / Cardboard Castles
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6274553

June 21 / Engineering Bridges
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6274742

June 28 / Engineering Skyscrapers
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6274819

July 6 / Cardboard Construction
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6277109

July 13 / LEGO Worlds: Rivers
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6277132

July 20 / LEGO Worlds:  Zoo
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6277157

July 27 / Ships and Boat Building
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6277650

August 4 / LEGO Worlds: Town
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6277699

August 11 / LEGO Worlds: Trains
http://attend.cuyahogalibrary.org/event/6277747

Sponsored by the Friends of Parma Libraries.

Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture this program’s effectiveness. Learn more about parent options at www.cuyahogalibrary.org/parent-options.

TAGS: | Summer Fun | General |

Parma-Powers Branch
[email protected]
Phone: 440.885.5362
Fax: 440.884.2263
Branch manager
Donna Meyers
Hours
Mon, Nov 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 01 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Dec 02 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Dec 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Come play the popular card game Magic: The Gathering! Play in a variety of styles and formats; be it a one-on-one duel, two-headed giant or a free-for-all; from Commander to Cube Drafting - this is a casual gathering for all ages and skill levels (game may not be suitable for children under 10). Register online or call 216-267-5250. Beginners welcome! 

Upcoming events

Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Nov 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Nov 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Center (Fall Season) - Grades K – 8
Tue, Nov 28, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.
Miniature Books
Tue, Nov 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room (35)
Learn how to turn scrap paper into miniature books.
Registration is now closed
Aspire Greater Cleveland - ESOL
Wed, Nov 29, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
English to Speakers of Other Languages
Computer Basics
Wed, Nov 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
The Library offers FREE tech training classes that cover digital literacy basics, Windows, Microsoft Office programs, digital imaging and cloud computing.
This event is full
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Nov 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Center (Fall Season) - Grades K – 8
Wed, Nov 29, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.
The Art & History of Italian Sculpting in Northeast Ohio - Adults
Wed, Nov 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a presentation provided by the Western Reserve Historical Society as we learn about the local history of monuments, headstones, and sculptures created by Italian carvers and sculptors.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Nov 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Center (Fall Season) - Grades K – 8
Thu, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.
Oceans Education: Thanking Plankton - Adults
Thu, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn from an oceans expert about the importance of Phytoplankton and how it affects all of us. This program is provided in partnership with Cuyahoga Community College.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Fri, Dec 01, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Fri, Dec 01, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Dec 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Sat, Dec 02, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Sat, Dec 02, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Gingerbread Houses 11:00 AM - Families with children Pre-K to Grade 5
Sat, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Listen to stories and make a graham-cracker gingerbread house for the holiday season. Bring extra candy for decorating if you wish.
This event is full
Pokemon, Games and More - For Gr. 6-12
Sat, Dec 02, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Teen (49)
Play Pokemon, swap cards, play board games and the Nintendo Switch or bring your tabletop games. Prizes and refreshments!
Gingerbread Houses 1:00 PM - Families with children Pre-K to Grade 5
Sat, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Listen to stories and make a graham-cracker gingerbread house for the holiday season. Bring extra candy for decorating if you wish.
This event is full
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Sun, Dec 03, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Sun, Dec 03, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Frosty's Fest - Families
Sun, Dec 03, 1:00pm - 4:45pm
Visit the library during the City of Parma's Frosty's Fest for fun activities and a goody bag.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Mon, Dec 04, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Mon, Dec 04, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Aspire Greater Cleveland - ESOL
Mon, Dec 04, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
English to Speakers of Other Languages
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Center (Fall Season) - Grades K – 8
Mon, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.
Entrepreneurship Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
A free 12-week class teaching how to start a small business from the ground up. This cohort runs July 10th through September 28th.
Agility, Coordination and Brain Health - Adults
Mon, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Have fun and learn simple activities for better brain health.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Tue, Dec 05, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Tue, Dec 05, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Working with Jewelry Wire-Creating Ornaments - Adults
Tue, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room (35)
Working with jewelry wire create simple holiday ornaments
This event is full
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Dec 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Center (Fall Season) - Grades K – 8
Tue, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Wed, Dec 06, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Wed, Dec 06, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Aspire Greater Cleveland - ESOL
Wed, Dec 06, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
English to Speakers of Other Languages
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Dec 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Center (Fall Season) - Grades K – 8
Wed, Dec 06, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.
Festive Snack Hacks 4Teens - Gr. 6-12
Wed, Dec 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Learn how to make some quick & easy holiday treats! A Release and Hold Harmless form needed.
Cuyahoga County Consumer Affairs Presents SCAMO
Wed, Dec 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (50)
Scamo is a fun, bingo-style game that teaches you how to spot, avoid and report current scams.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Thu, Dec 07, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Thu, Dec 07, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Dec 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Center (Fall Season) - Grades K – 8
Thu, Dec 07, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Free homework help! We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games, and PC and database access.
West Side Poetry Writing Workshop
Thu, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
This event will be held in-person at the Parma-Powers Branch.
Wrapping Party for Kids - Grades K – 5
Thu, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Join us for a night of fun activities and create one-of-a-kind wrapping paper! Don’t forget to bring a gift to wrap for a special someone. Adult wrapping party also available!
Wrapping Party for Grownups - Adults
Thu, Dec 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Wrap your children’s gifts, while we keep them occupied with their own Wrapping Party for Kids. Scissors, tape, and fun will be provided. Don’t forget your gifts and wrapping paper!
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Fri, Dec 08, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Fri, Dec 08, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Dec 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Sat, Dec 09, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Sat, Dec 09, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Ready Set Create! Building Challenges for Kids - Grades 2 - 5
Sat, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Hands-on building and technology challenges give you the chance to solve problems, be creative and work with real engineers from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Registration required.
This event is full
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Sun, Dec 10, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Sun, Dec 10, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Mon, Dec 11, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Mon, Dec 11, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Aspire Greater Cleveland - ESOL
Mon, Dec 11, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
English to Speakers of Other Languages
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Digital Navigator at Parma-Powers
Mon, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Call us at 216.749.9420 to make an appointment with one of our Digital Navigators at a CCPL branch.
Internet Basics
Mon, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
The Library offers FREE tech training classes that cover digital literacy basics, Windows, Microsoft Office programs, digital imaging and cloud computing.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Dec 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Entrepreneurship Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
A free 12-week class teaching how to start a small business from the ground up. This cohort runs July 10th through September 28th.
Wiggleworms - Ages 2 - 5 with a caregiver
Mon, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Ages 2 - 5. Stories, songs, and dancing – no sitting required! Fun for all.
Ghosts of Christmas Past - Adults
Mon, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Enjoy a true Victorian holiday season and explore the ghosts and folklore that shaped 19th Century holidays in Cleveland.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Tue, Dec 12, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Tue, Dec 12, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Digital Navigator at Parma-Powers
Tue, Dec 12, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Call us at 216.749.9420 to make an appointment with one of our Digital Navigators at a CCPL branch.
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion
Tue, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (35)
Join us for a discussion of Switchboard Soldiers by Jennifer Chiaverini. Books will be available one month in advance.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Dec 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Wed, Dec 13, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Wed, Dec 13, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Aspire Greater Cleveland - ESOL
Wed, Dec 13, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
English to Speakers of Other Languages
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Dec 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Parma-Powers Monthly Movie Discussion
Wed, Dec 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Monthly movie discussion group. December film is Die Hard.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Thu, Dec 14, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Thu, Dec 14, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Dec 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Second Thursday Fiction Writing Workshop - September through February
Thu, Dec 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Six-month fiction writing workshop focused on short stories. Led by Eric Anderson.
Registration is now closed
Protecting Local Streams: How You Can Get Involved - Adult
Thu, Dec 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn about local groups working to protect the environment and how your skills can make a difference.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Fri, Dec 15, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Fri, Dec 15, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Dec 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Sat, Dec 16, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Sat, Dec 16, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Sun, Dec 17, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Sun, Dec 17, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Mon, Dec 18, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Mon, Dec 18, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Bookjoy: A book & goodie bag 4Teens SPECIAL - For Gr. 6-12 Pick Up at the Parma Branch only
Mon, Dec 18, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Discover your next favorite book. Register for a book bag that contains one book to KEEP from our Great Books List, along with GOODIES. Click on "BookJoy" for info. Pickup is only available @ Parma.
Aspire Greater Cleveland - ESOL
Mon, Dec 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
English to Speakers of Other Languages
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Dec 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Entrepreneurship Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
A free 12-week class teaching how to start a small business from the ground up. This cohort runs July 10th through September 28th.
The Lost Art of the Personal Letter - Adults
Mon, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Have fun exploring how writing letters to loved ones can enrich your relationships and improve your mood and brain health, and learn a handful of helpful tips on how to get started writing.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Tue, Dec 19, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Tue, Dec 19, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Wed, Dec 20, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Wed, Dec 20, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Aspire Greater Cleveland - ESOL
Wed, Dec 20, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
English to Speakers of Other Languages
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Dec 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Thu, Dec 21, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Thu, Dec 21, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Dec 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Wrapping Party for Kids - Grades K – 5
Thu, Dec 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Join us for a night of fun activities and create one-of-a-kind wrapping paper! Don’t forget to bring a gift to wrap for a special someone. Adult wrapping party also available!
Wrapping Party for Grownups - Adults
Thu, Dec 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Wrap your children’s gifts, while we keep them occupied with their own Wrapping Party for Kids. Scissors, tape, and fun will be provided. Don’t forget your gifts and wrapping paper!
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Fri, Dec 22, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Fri, Dec 22, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Dec 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Reindeer Roundup / December 1st - 23rd - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Sat, Dec 23, All day
Santa’s reindeer have wandered off to read their favorite Christmas stories. Can you round up the herd? Find the hidden figures to get an activity pack. Take a picture with the Rudolph backdrop.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Sat, Dec 23, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Tue, Dec 26, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Whale Weeks - Everyone
Tue, Dec 26, All day
Blue Whales at Your Library kicks off with two weeks of programs, activities and special storytimes in the Children's Room.
Blue Whales at Your Library / December 26 - April 30 - Everyone
Tue, Dec 26, All day
Visit the Parma-Powers Branch to explore the world of blue whales and learn about our unique local wildlife. See the life-size whale-tail floor mat or take part in a whale-themed program.
STEM Storytime: Blue Whales - Size - Ages 3 - 7 with a caregiver
Tue, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Learn about blue whales through stories, songs and activities.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Dec 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Wed, Dec 27, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Whale Weeks - Everyone
Wed, Dec 27, All day
Blue Whales at Your Library kicks off with two weeks of programs, activities and special storytimes in the Children's Room.
Blue Whales at Your Library / December 26 - April 30 - Everyone
Wed, Dec 27, All day
Visit the Parma-Powers Branch to explore the world of blue whales and learn about our unique local wildlife. See the life-size whale-tail floor mat or take part in a whale-themed program.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Dec 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
STEM Storytime: Blue Whales - Size - Ages 3 - 7 with a caregiver
Wed, Dec 27, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Learn about blue whales through stories, songs and activities.
Winter Reading Game - Parma-Powers Branch / Dec 1 - Feb 29 - Preschool to Grade 5
Thu, Dec 28, All day
Read books to collect colorful brag tags with an ocean theme. Pick up a punch card at Parma-Powers Branch to track your reading.
Whale Weeks - Everyone
Thu, Dec 28, All day
Blue Whales at Your Library kicks off with two weeks of programs, activities and special storytimes in the Children's Room.
Blue Whales at Your Library / December 26 - April 30 - Everyone
Thu, Dec 28, All day
Visit the Parma-Powers Branch to explore the world of blue whales and learn about our unique local wildlife. See the life-size whale-tail floor mat or take part in a whale-themed program.
STEM Storytime: Blue Whales - Size - Ages 3 - 7 with a caregiver
Thu, Dec 28, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Learn about blue whales through stories, songs and activities.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Dec 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Winter Whale Tales - All ages with caregiver
Thu, Dec 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays about whales and the ocean.
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